The Spark

Welcome to The Spark, where creativity ignites and communities thrive! 

The Spark is a place where youth and adults create side by side through mentorship, artistry, and community. We believe the arts are a right—not a privilege—and cost should never be a barrier.

This Colorado Gives Season, we’re working toward a tuition-free future. 

Your gift helps us:

• Strengthen our Flexible Tuition model

• Ensure families pay only what they can

• Remove financial barriers for all students

• Move toward eliminating tuition completely

Momentum is growing.

• Nearly $9,000 already raised toward our fall production

• $150,000 is our long-term goal for a fully tuition-free season

Your support makes a direct impact.

• More access

• More mentorship

• More creative opportunity

• More young people growing into brave, expressive humans

Thank you for helping us build a future where every student can belong—freely and fully.

What People Are Saying About The Spark

The Spark is a wonderful place to teach a dance or to perform. The staff are wonderful. - Spark Incubator Member

We Saw Matilda today and it blew our minds how good it was. My husband and I moved here from London and couldn’t believe the quality of acting and singing and dancing of everyone involved - Matilda herself was superb - such a beautiful voice and a commanding actress, along with her fellow actors (the mom and dad ! and the principal and teacher and dancers it was truly a heartwarming Production all should see.  Amazing talents all around thank you for bringing this joyous experience to Boulder. I’m so impressed and feeling very grateful to have seen this show- Spark Patron

This is a wonderful venue. The person doing lights and sound was very helpful and friendly. - Local Artist

Tucked away in the back of a warehouse, don't let the appearance fool you! Nice little stage and seating area, a great performing venue for the locals! - Spark Patron

His skills and abilities have grown tremendously, as has his sense of responsibility and his self-worth. As a non-profit, I appreciate that The Spark welcomes all regardless of financial means, with opportunities for scholarships and work exchange. They are dedicated to the arts in Boulder, and I am so happy that our family is part of something special.- Spark Parent 

Spark is a truly fabulous chance for kids to perform at a high level, and gain valuable experience in stage and teamwork. Spark's unique approach--combining university students and adults with youth in a musical theater environment--provides for an experience of rapid growth in theater skills for kids, while creating meaningful relationships with cast members of varying ages. If musical theater is what your child loves, don't miss this rare opportunity!- Spark Parent